BUMPER RUBBER AXLE TO FRAME FORD (1PIECE)
WOA481F
Rubber bumper axle to frame
For Ford GPW
Rubber buffer mounted to the underside of the frame to prevent contact between the axle and frame. This snubber protects the chassis against metal-to-metal contact during heavy off-road use and absorbs shocks when the suspension is fully compressed.
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Material Rubber with steel mounting plate |
Application Frame to axle |
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Vehicle Ford GPW |
Contents 1 piece |
Features
- Rubber buffer with steel mounting plate
- Mounts to underside of chassis frame above front or rear axle
- Prevents metal-to-metal contact between axle and frame
- Absorbs shocks during full suspension compression
- Original part number A481 type
★ Essential component for frame protection — prevents chassis damage and extends the lifespan of your suspension.
Application
Each Ford GPW vehicle requires four of these rubbers: two for the front axle and two for the rear axle. They mount to the underside of the chassis frame, just above the axles.
Installation notes
Mount with the rubber facing downwards, so the axle contacts the rubber rather than the metal frame at maximum compression. Use hardened bolts with lock washers.
Compatibility
This component is specific to the Ford GPW variant. Please note: sold individually, you require four pieces for a complete vehicle (front and rear axles).
Historical context
These axle bumpers were standard fitment on all WWII jeeps to prevent frame fractures during heavy military use in rough terrain. The rubber hardens over time and often separates from the metal plate — hence they require regular replacement during restorations.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 (early) | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
| Willys M38 | 1950, 1951, 1952 |
| CJ series | |
| Jeep CJ-2A | 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949 |
| Jeep CJ-3A | 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953 |
| Jeep CJ-3B | 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968 |